Australian Environmental Landscapes – Redbank QLD
Australian Environmental Landscapes (AEL)
is a Queensland-based environmental landscaping and rehabilitation business delivering projects across South East Queensland.
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised
Bookkeeper & Administration Officer
to join our team.
This is a hands‐on role combining bookkeeping, financial administration and general office support. We are looking for someone who can take genuine ownership of our day‐to‐day financial processes — not simply process transactions.
Working closely with the Directors, Project Managers and our external accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, completing reconciliations, managing our Xero environment and Xero Projects, assisting with BAS and IAS obligations, and producing meaningful financial and project reports for management.
For the right person, this is an opportunity to become a trusted part of the management support team and have real ownership of the financial administration function.
Bookkeeping & Financial Administration
Maintain accurate financial records within Xero
Complete bank, credit card, balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
Process and reconcile supplier and subcontractor accounts
Prepare and issue client invoices and debtor statements
Monitor outstanding debtors and assist with account enquiries
Maintain accurate allocation of labour, materials, subcontractors and other project costs
Assist with payroll administration, timesheets and leave records
Complete month‐end bookkeeping processes
Prepare financial information and reports for management
Prepare and assist with lodgement of BAS and IAS
Maintain accurate records to support our external accountant and year‐end reporting
Xero Projects & Project Reporting
A key part of this role will be taking ownership of the effective use of
Xero Projects




across the business.
Responsibilities will include:
Establishing and maintaining projects and project cost codes
Ensuring labour, materials, subcontractors and expenses are correctly allocated to projects
Reviewing project transactions for accuracy and completeness
Reconciling project financial information against Xero
Producing project cost and financial reports for Directors and Project Managers
Identifying missing, incorrect or unusual transactions and following these through to resolution
Working with management to continually improve the quality of project financial reporting
Administration & Office Support
Coordinate employee onboarding documentation
Maintain employee records, licences and competency information
Assist with PPE and uniform administration
Maintain organised electronic and physical filing systems
Coordinate office supplies and general office administration
Answer phones, greet visitors and assist with deliveries
Assist with meetings, minutes and action items when required
Provide administrative support to the Directors and operational team
Maintain confidential company, employee and financial information
About you
We are looking for someone who is confident taking responsibility for the bookkeeping function and who takes pride in producing accurate, reliable information.
You will ideally have:
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or equivalent qualification
Demonstrated bookkeeping experience in a small‐to‐medium business
Strong practical Xero experience




Experience completing bank and general ledger reconciliations
Experience preparing
BAS and IAS
Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll administration
Experience with month‐end processes and management reporting
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
The ability to investigate discrepancies rather than simply process transactions
The confidence to follow up managers and staff when information is missing
Robust written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
Professionalism and discretion when dealing with confidential financial and employee information
Experience with
Xero Projects, project/job costing or the construction, landscaping or civil industries will be highly regarded.
What we offer
A stable, permanent position within an established Queensland business
A varied role combining bookkeeping, project financial administration and office support
Direct involvement with the Directors and operational management team
The opportunity to take ownership of and improve our financial administration systems
A supportive and practical working environment
Competitive remuneration based on experience and capabilit
About AEL
Australian Environmental Landscapes specialises in environmental landscaping and rehabilitation, civil landscaping, construction landscapes and maintenance.
Our team works across a diverse range of commercial and environmental projects, and we pride ourselves on delivering quality outcomes while maintaining strong relationships with our employees, clients, suppliers and the communities in which we operate.
If you are an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys taking ownership, keeping the numbers accurate and helping a business understand how its projects are performing, we would like to hear from you.
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📌 Bookkeeper & Administration Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Australian Environmental Landscapes
📍 Queensland